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These apps make your PC's NPU worthwhile, and they have nothing to do with Copilot+
AI Your AI PC's Neural Processing Unit (NPU) is a useful piece of hardware, but are you making the most out of it? I dug up 7 apps that make good use of the NPU; which ones are you using?
HP’s Snapdragon X2 Elite model might be the turning point for Windows laptops
Laptops HP's OmniBook Ultra 14 (G2) is thinner, lighter, and way faster than its predecessor.
PC gaming is getting cooked by rising prices as Steam's March survey shows huge swings
PC Gaming Steam just released its March hardware and software survey, and it's clear that the PC gaming market is going through a massive flux as inflated prices force buyers into new (and old) areas.
32GB of Corsair Vengeance DDR5 RAM is 33% off, but the deal ends tonight
Deals Memory deals are more important than ever with the current RAM pricing surges, and Woot! is currently home to today's best deal. It expires tonight (if not sooner), so don't hold out too long.
Windows 11’s latest Insider update adds NPU tracking — a small change with big future vibes
Windows 11 Arriving now for Windows 11 Insiders is a buff to Task Manager that provides far more information about your PC's NPU usage and performance. Here's how it works and why it makes sense in 2026.
NVIDIA's Dynamic MFG 6X launches with positive feedback despite more "fake" frames
PC Gaming Like it or not, the use of AI in PC gaming isn't going anywhere, and it probably won't be a controversial topic in a few GPU generations.
Kingston's 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD is down to $109 today only
Deals Storage prices keep rising, and it's getting ever more difficult to find affordable SSDs for PCs and laptops. That changes with this 1TB Kingston NV3 SSD, nearly 50% off for one day only.
This discounted NAS is ideal for beginners who want to protect their data
Deals It's World Backup Day, making it a great time to invest in a NAS for extra data protection. This one's perfect for beginners, and it's down to the lowest price of the year for a limited time.
How I saved the best bits of the internet on an SSD
Data The internet is here today, but it could be gone tomorrow. Here's what I'm doing to retain and safeguard the knowledge I take for granted.
Latest Windows 11 update adds support for refresh rates beyond 1,000Hz
Windows 11 Windows 11 update KB5079391 adds official monitor refresh rate support beyond 1,000Hz. With 2,000Hz displays coming as soon as 2030, it's good to see that our favorite OS is ahead of the game.
32GB of high-end Corsair DDR5 RAM is just $150 in this PC gaming bundle
Deals 32GB of Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5-6400MT/s RAM for $150? It's only available with this discounted bundle at Newegg.
A teardown of the Framework Laptop and Apple’s MacBook Neo shows how far repairable design has come
Hardware One is made to reduce e-waste and cost. The other is made to trap users in an ecosystem as early as possible. Can you guess which is which?
Windows 11 users are pushing back hard against Microsoft’s mandatory account requirement
Community Microsoft is planning some major changes for Windows 11 in 2026, but one thing not officially noted is a change to mandatory Microsoft accounts in Windows 11. We asked our readers what they think.
UGREEN's new high-end Thunderbolt 5 dock impresses with power and versatility
Review 15 downstream ports and a built-in M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD slot make UGREEN's latest Thunderbolt 5 dock an attractive high-end option.
Alienware’s 2026 lineup arrives with more power, more lights, and zero subtlety
PC gaming Can't forget the new anti-glare OLED displays and NVIDIA RTX GPU options.
ARM-based PCs are selling fast. Can they save a struggling entry-level gaming market?
PC Gaming In the future, ARM-based PCs could save the day for entry-level and mid-range PC gamers. I'm not sure I believe it, but that's exactly what this recent analyst report suggests.
AMD's monster Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition CPU has 208MB cache
Hardware AMD has just revealed a new Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition desktop CPU with 208MB of total cache, making it the new most powerful chip for gaming and productivity in Team Red's arsenal.
Intel's affordable Core Ultra 250KF Plus CPU is now available in limited quantities
Intel Intel's Core Ultra 200S Plus chips surprised us all with their performance and price, and the most affordable option is now available.
Razer chooses Intel's Panther Lake CPUs for its new Blade 16
Laptops Razer's new Blade 16 for 2026 is already available to buy, just as long as you want an RTX 5080.
Dell's first Copilot+ mini PC is here, and it's perfect for power users
Dell Don't use that many monitors? Choose from eight other connectivity options at checkout.
The six best mice for productivity, gaming, and travel
Mice Looking for the best mouse you can buy? Whether you're a gamer, a productivity wizard, or a professional often on the road, we have a mouse for you right here.
Don't buy the MacBook when this cheaper laptop doubles the RAM and SSD
Deals Love the MacBook Neo's price but hate all of the compromises required? Let me introduce you to the Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1, now down to just $549.
E-waste prevention or OS awareness? This $3 USB stick comes with ChromeOS Flex ready to install.
Windows Back Market wants to reduce e-waste, and I'm sure Google is overjoyed to grow its ChromeOS Flex userbase.
